Immerse yourself
The Dell is a beautiful, creative and versatile space to host a retreat or event of any kind. We love to fill our Tipi space in the woods with creative workshops, foot stomping gigs and beautiful supper clubs beneath the pines, check out our line up below and catch something interesting during your holiday.
Do get in touch if you're considering bringing your own event to the Dell.
The Dell is right in the heart of the Cairngorms and on the edge of the Abernethy Forest the Dell is a peaceful place with great access to true wilderness. Accommodation is versatile and our studio space is set within the forest in our Scandinavian Tipi.
We make sure your guests have the environment that allows them to relax and gain the most from the retreat and we also have a couple of fantastic recommendations for catering.
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Autumn 2026
YOAS Retreat
14 - 18 Sep
from £1095
We look forward to welcoming back YOAS who are well versed in hosting and leading in retreats that are both relaxing and rejuvenating. This time hosted by the wonderful Roanna Doleman.
Each day will begin with a flowing asana class to align to body and breath in our woodland Tipi under the pine trees and open to birdsong and the forest beyond.
After the morning class there will be a hearty breakfast before you head out to explore the surrounding area on foot, by mountain bike, take a dip or simply relax. There will be a delicious healthy light lunch and the group will meet again in the late afternoon for a more restorative practice to delve deeper into the postures. Evening practice will be followed by a nourishing dinner and fireside chats.
Arrival is from 4pm onwards on Monday 14 September and departure is by 10am on Friday 18 September.
For more information please get in touch
In the Woods...with Divergence
3 Oct
6.30 - 11pm
£15
Freya Rae and Tim Lane (of Hidden Orchestra) present Divergence, a captivating performance of original music inspired by traditional melodies and contemporary creativity. The tunes, written by Freya in 2020, blend flute, whistles, clarinet, tongue drum, percussion, and subtle electronic effects to create a rich, contemporary sound rooted in tradition. Since premiering the project at Edinburgh TradFest in May 2025, they have also performed at their album launch at the Pianodrome and at Knockengorroch and Kelso Folk Festival. Divergence celebrates the meeting of old and new through lyrical melodies, inventive arrangements, and immersive live performance.
Something a bit lovely and different!
Doors and tipi bar open from 6.30pm with music starting around 7.30pm
We'd love to see you there
Will Hamer Supper Club
10 Oct
Outdoor cooking, reimagined — brought back to its simplest, most natural form, where ingredients meet the embers.
The Wilder Kitchen is more than a way of cooking; it’s about eating well, slowing down, and making the connection with nature.
To book please email info@thewilderkitchen.co.uk
Winter 2026
Ski Touring Retreat with Beyond Fitness
5 - 8 Feb
from £875
Husband and wife team Kim and Alex host a 3 day ski touring retreat at the Dell exploring the best backcountry skiing the Cairngorm National Park has to offer. On snow adventure is complimented by off snow learning to develop your personal ski touring skills and mountain awareness to leave you more confident about venturing out on your own or stepping up to your next winter challenge.
Everything is taken care of from accommodation and meals to guiding and teaching so you can relax at the Dell and enjoy the mountains.
Between them Kim and Alex have over 25 years experience leading groups skiing on and off piste in Europe and Scotland. When they aren't skiing Kim runs yoga and fitness retreats and Alex runs a smallholding with his brother.
Please get in touch for more information or if you would like to book with Kim.
Spring 2027
Sorry. There are no workshops scheduled at this point in the year.
Summer 2027
Sorry. There are no workshops scheduled at this point in the year.
Treat someone to an experience at the Dell
If you have stayed at the Dell or simply like the look of what we do here you can now pass it on by way of a voucher.
Gift Vouchers
Whether it be a romantic break, a weekend yoga retreat, a fire pit session or a bottle of wine on arrival, allow us to look after this for you.
Keep in touch?
We'll let you know when we add new workshops and dates to the calendar.